A Level Art and Design: Graphic Communication
Study visual communication by comparing traditional and digital approaches to Graphic Design and Illustration. Use your sketchbook to explore, prior to bringing your ideas to reality. You’ll access a digital suite of Mac Books, Scanners, Cameras, Graphics Tablets, Photographic Dark Room, Art Studios, Print Making Facilities and more, becoming proficient with industry-standard Adobe software and producing a portfolio of your innovative concepts and explorations. You may choose to look at Branding and Advertising, or Animation – understanding target audiences and copyright, appreciating deadlines – and above all thinking outside the box!
Start Date/s
02/09/2026
Entry Requirements
Five GCSEs at Grade 5 or above which includes: English and Mathematics, Art and Design and/or Graphic Design Or a strong portfolio of work
Think about studying alongside:
* Art Craft and Design
* Photography
* Textiles
* Business Studies
* Design and Technology: Product Design
* English Language
* English Literature
* Film Studies
* Media Studies
Assessment
On this course you will be assessed in the following ways
* Advertising
* Marketing
* Production Designer
* Graphic Designer
* Web Designer
* Game Designer
* Illustrator
* Concept Designer
To enhance your work and seek inspiration, you will take part in a number of professional studio visits and hear from a multitude of guest speakers.
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